Obtaining Drivers Licence in PA
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Obtaining Drivers Licence in PA
Just arrived in PA a week ago on Permanent Resident Visa.
Currently waiting for S/S number and 'Green Card'.
As I understand it, as soon as I have the S/S number I can apply for a PA drivers licence.
I asked the lady at the local DMV centre she said I just need my S/S number, my UK licence, 2 proofs of residency (e.g. utility bills) and passport (suitably stamped) and I could have the PA licence.
Sounds too simple!
Has anyone experience of the PA process?
(e.g. any tests required - eyesight, written, practical, etc.)
Thanks.
Currently waiting for S/S number and 'Green Card'.
As I understand it, as soon as I have the S/S number I can apply for a PA drivers licence.
I asked the lady at the local DMV centre she said I just need my S/S number, my UK licence, 2 proofs of residency (e.g. utility bills) and passport (suitably stamped) and I could have the PA licence.
Sounds too simple!
Has anyone experience of the PA process?
(e.g. any tests required - eyesight, written, practical, etc.)
Thanks.
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Re: Obtaining Drivers Licence in PA
I asked about insuring a car and I was told that I must have a drivers license to do so (Florida)
A license was offered to me with just a passport, 2 utility bills and my UK dl. which is the old paper type without a photo. The license would be valid for the duration of my visa waiver (I am not a US resident )
No medicals etc just a fee of $54
A license was offered to me with just a passport, 2 utility bills and my UK dl. which is the old paper type without a photo. The license would be valid for the duration of my visa waiver (I am not a US resident )
No medicals etc just a fee of $54
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Re: Obtaining Drivers Licence in PA
I forgot to add that a s/s number was not required.
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Re: Obtaining Drivers Licence in PA
You'll need what she said (but not the UK licence) to get a learner's permit.
Plus a quick eye test (>0, <3)
Then start preparing for your driving test (multiple choice exam followed by a parallel park check and a trip around the block).